Clark endorses Gammage's bid at rally here
Originally published in the Houston Chronicle
Jan. 26, 2006, 11:54PM
Clark endorses Gammage's bid at rally here
Retired general and ex-presidential candidate says he's returning a favor
By KRISTEN MACK
Copyright 2006 Houston Chronicle
Retired Army general and former presidential candidate Wesley Clark endorsed Democratic governor candidate Bob Gammage at a rally in Houston on Thursday.
"I support Bob Gammage because he's the strongest Democrat in this race and has the most progressive platform for the people of Texas," said Clark, who unsuccessfully sought the 2004 Democratic presidential nomination.
"He is a proven leader who will fight for the needs of all Texans, not the lobbyists, the special interests or the powerful partisan elites. He's grown up with Texas values of independence, integrity and commitment to family and neighbors and he will carry those values into the governor's office. I look forward to helping him in his fight to build a better Texas."
Gammage was the Texas chair of the 2004 "Draft Wesley Clark" effort. Clark said he was returning the favor Thursday.
"General Clark is a great American, great leader, great Democrat and an even better friend," Gammage said. "I'm proud to have him by my side on the trail and know that it will be a great boost to our campaign to build better schools, expand access to affordable health care, clean up our environment and restore integrity to Texas government."
Gammage, 67, a former state legislator, congressman and Texas Supreme Court justice, had a 25-year public career before leaving office 10 years ago.
Chris Bell, a former Houston congressman and city councilman, is Gammage's most prominent opponent in the March 7 primary. Rashad Jafer is the other Democratic candidate.
